AE011

Beyond Simulation
While many digital "simulations" of classic analog circuits and effects merely scratch the surface, Yamaha's Add-on Effects offer realism that extends to every sonic nuance and detail. These valuable signal-processing plug-ins owe their awesome processing power to the 96-kHz audio DSP capabilities of Yamaha digital mixing consoles, and can be used with DM/0 series digital mixing consoles as well as the PM5D. When used with Studio Manager V2 software, the Add-On Effects provide an efficient, intuitive graphical interface that makes operation a simple pleasure.
Yamaha Add-on Effects are based on innovative Virtual Circuit Modeling technology that, rather than simply attempting to approach the desired sound using conventional digital audio methods, actually models the original analog circuitry - right down to the last resistor and capacitor. Also available is a package of spatial effects that deliver unprecedented control for spatial surround processing using innovative Yamaha iSSP (Interactive Spatial Sound Processing) technology. The Add-On Effects are capable of capturing subtleties that simple digital simulations cannot even approach, in effect going beyond simple simulation and delivering the truly musical performance that makes classic analog gear valuable assets even in today's digital production environment.

Features
The AE011 Channel Strip Package includes 5 models that employ VCM (Virtual Circuitry Modeling) technology to recreate the sound and characteristics of several classic compression and EQ units from the 70's. Not only do these models faithfully capture the unique saturation of analog circuitry - in part thanks to precise modeling of the original FET gain reduction, Tube/Transformer buffer amplifier, VCA (Voltage Controlled Amplifier) and RMS detector circuits - but they have also been fine-tuned by leading engineers and feature carefully selected parameters in a simple interface that makes it easier than ever to create the ideal sound.
Compressor 276 (mono), Compressor 276S (stereo)
These models recreate the fast response, frequency characteristics, and tube-amp saturation of the most in-demand analog compressors for studio use, delivering classic-style compression with all the punch and fatness you'd expect from a fine piece of studio-grade analog gear. Not limited to processing drums and bass, these compressors are also an excellent choice for vocals and master stereo mix compression. The 276 is a dual mono unit, while the 276S operates in stereo.

Compressor 260 (mono), Compressor 260S (stereo)
Featuring faithful modeling of the solid-state voltage-controlled amplifier and RMS detection circuitry of the late 70's, these Add-on Effects bring back the sound of classic comp/limiters used primarily for live sound reinforcement applications. They offer three selectable compression knee types - hard, medium, and soft - and although variable attack and release are provided, presets recreate the fixed settings of the vintage gear. Top-level sound-reinforcement engineers have carefully tweaked the parameters for optimum response in live situations. The 260 is a dual mono unit, while the 260S operates in stereo.

Equalizer 601
The 601 equalizer offers two equalizer types - Clean and Drive. The Drive type models the distortion characteristics of 70's analog EQ circuitry, delivering musical-sounding drive and saturation. The 601 is a stereo six-band parametric equalizer with LO and HI shelving filters and four MID peaking filters, and it accurately reproduces both the boost and cut frequency response and band interaction of vintage analog gear. And you get EQ capability over a wide 16 Hz - 40 kHz range when operating at 88.2/96 kHz. The 601 features a familiar knob-style interface as well as graphical editing capability on both the console and PC displays.